Postgraduate Diploma in Glass and Rubber Cutting and Fitting
Online 800-hour Postgraduate Diploma in Glass and Rubber Cutting and Fitting. 8 modules covering UNECE Regulation No. 43 (safety glazing), ANSI/AGRSS 002 (automotive glass replacement) and Hella Gutmann CSC-Tool (ADAS calibration). Assigned tutor and open enrolment.
Postgraduate Diploma in Glass and Rubber Cutting and Fitting — studying from Malta
Malta's rich heritage, including historic buildings, vintage vehicles and maritime craft, creates a niche for restoration and conservation work. Owners of classic cars, motorcycles and boats seek specialist workshops with knowledge of period engineering and materials. Restoration of historic architecture also requires engineers and technicians familiar with traditional construction methods and conservation rules. Opportunities tend to be found with specialist workshops, heritage organisations and private restorers.
Fees for Malta: €895 (Euro), with instalments and employer sponsorship available.
Relevant bodies in Malta
Typical roles
Questions from Malta
Is there a recognised professional body in Malta for restoration and classic vehicle engineering?
Malta does not have a single state-regulated profession for classic vehicle restoration. Vehicle registration and roadworthiness are handled by Transport Malta. SEIUM Institute's qualifications are private, not official state degrees, and are not accredited by any national body. Recognition is determined by employers, clients or the relevant body, so check these before enrolling.
What work could restoration engineers find in Malta?
Malta has a niche market for classic vehicle restoration, mainly through independent workshops, specialist garages and private collectors. Work is often built on reputation and practical craftsmanship. Whether a private online qualification adds value is for individual clients and employers to judge, so it is best to consider it alongside your hands-on experience.
Can I study this part-time with a workshop job, and is funding possible?
Yes. The programmes are fully online, taught in English and suitable for study from home, without needing a student visa. Hours range from 300 to 1,900 depending on the programme. Fees are payable in instalments, employer sponsorship is possible, and each student has an assigned technical tutor.
Take the controls.
Run a real engineering trade-off from this field. Move the sliders, watch the model react in real time and beat the challenge.
What you will be able to do
Identify types of automotive glass and their markings.
Select seals and weatherstrips suitable for each application.
Cut glass safely and accurately using templates.
Remove bonded and gasket-mounted glazing without damaging the bodywork.
Fit glazing with polyurethane adhesive, respecting safe drive-away times.
Repair chips and verify the final quality of the glazing.
Plan a complete vehicle glazing project.
Who it's for
- Glazing technician wishing to specialise in Glass and Rubber Cutting and Fitting.
- Glazing fitting technician wishing to specialise in Glass and Rubber Cutting and Fitting.
- Bodywork restorer wishing to specialise in Glass and Rubber Cutting and Fitting.
- ADAS calibration technician wishing to specialise in Glass and Rubber Cutting and Fitting.
- Glazing workshop manager wishing to specialise in Glass and Rubber Cutting and Fitting.
- Industrial bodywork technician wishing to specialise in Glass and Rubber Cutting and Fitting.
- Graduates in engineering or science seeking to enter glass repair workshops.
What you'll work with
- UNECE Regulation No. 43 (safety glazing)
- ANSI/AGRSS 002 (automotive glass replacement)
- FMVSS 212 (windscreen retention)
- ISO 3537 (safety glass: mechanical tests)
- Royal Decree 866/2010 (processing of vehicle modifications)
- Royal Decree 773/1997 (personal protective equipment)
8 modules · 800 h
1.1Toughened and laminated glass1.2Float glass manufacturing1.3UNECE R43 glazing regulation1.4Glass markings and type approval1.5Heated and antenna-integrated glass1.6Acoustic and heat-reflective glass1.7Glass with ADAS sensors and cameras1.8Glass for classic vehicles1.9Glass in special vehicles1.10Case study: identifying glass markings
2.1Elastomers: EPDM, natural rubber and silicone2.2Glass rubber profiles2.3Door and bonnet weatherstrips2.4Ageing from ozone and UV2.5Shore hardness and compression2.6Extrusion and vulcanisation2.7Reproducing classic rubber seals2.8Corner joins and splices2.9Storage and handling2.10Practical: selecting a rubber profile for a glass pane
3.1Flat glass cutting tools3.2Templates and patterns3.3Cutting laminated glass3.4Grinding and edging3.5Drilling glass3.6Cutting safety3.7Reproducing classic flat glass panes3.8Dimensional tolerances3.9Cutting quality control3.10Workshop: cutting a flat pane from a template
4.1Bonded versus gasket-mounted glass4.2Cutting polyurethane bead4.3Wire and oscillating tools4.4Removal without damaging the bodywork4.5Recovering trim mouldings4.6Door glass and mechanisms4.7Interior protection4.8Hazards and protective equipment4.9Glass waste management4.10Practical: removing a bonded pane
5.1Polyurethane adhesives5.2Glass and metal primers5.3Preparing the glass frame5.4Applying the bead5.5Positioning and centring5.6Curing and working times5.7Influence on vehicle stiffness5.8ADAS camera recalibration5.9Leak tests5.10Workshop: fitting a bonded windscreen
6.1Fitting with bead and rubber profile6.2Inserting the retaining strip6.3Sealing the gasket with sealant6.4Fitting glass on classic vehicles6.5Fitting chrome trim and decorative covers6.6Sliding and bus glazing6.7Hinged and pivoting windows and hinges6.8Watertightness check6.9Defects and corrections6.10Practical: fitting a rear window with a rubber gasket
7.1Repairing chips in windscreens7.2Criteria for replacing or repairing7.3Resins and UV curing7.4Fitting quality inspection7.5Wind noise7.6Water leaks7.7MOT glazing regulations7.8Fitting warranties7.9Service documentation7.10Case study: diagnosing a water leak
8.1Vehicle description8.2Inventory of glass and seals8.3Material selection8.4Removal plan8.5Fitting plan8.6Verification and testing8.7Budget8.8Quality plan8.9Report and presentation8.10Final review with the tutor
How you'll learn
100% online training on the SEIUM Institute campus, with downloadable material, recorded lessons and an assigned technical tutor. No fixed timetables: students progress at their own pace within the enrolment period, making it possible to combine study with work.
Each module combines theory, guided reading of the original standard and applied exercises. The working software is Hella Gutmann CSC-Tool (ADAS calibration), AutoCAD, CorelDRAW, Advanced Excel, in free, academic or evaluation versions. Tests are studied using real procedures for cutting laminated glass with templates, leak tests after fitting, and ADAS camera calibration after glass replacement. Assessment is continuous per module plus the final integrative project.
Build it end to end
Your final project follows the real engineering workflow, step by step, reviewed by your tutor.
Identify types of automotive glass and their markings.
Select seals and weatherstrips suitable for each application.
Cut glass safely and accurately using templates.
Remove bonded and gasket-mounted glazing without damaging the bodywork.
Fit glazing with polyurethane adhesive, respecting safe drive-away times.
Where this takes you
Requirements
- Prior technical training or professional experience in the sector. No university degree is required.
- Internet connection and a computer capable of running the programme's software.
- Sufficient Spanish to follow technical regulatory texts.
Ready to start?
Send your application today. Our admissions team replies within 72 hours with your study plan and funding options.
Frequently asked questions
The programme totals 800 hours spread over 6 to 8 months. That is an average of 10 to 15 hours per week, compatible with a full-time job.
You will work with Hella Gutmann CSC-Tool (ADAS calibration), AutoCAD, CorelDRAW and Advanced Excel. Free, academic or evaluation versions are used, and the tutor indicates the free alternative where one exists.
An own diploma from SEIUM Institute upon passing the continuous assessment and the integrative project. It is in-house training, not an official qualification from the Ministry.
Yes. Modules passed in a course or postgraduate diploma in the same area are credited towards the advanced programme. Check the credit transfer policy when you enrol.
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